Life Support Systems (LSS) Mechanical Engineer

Axiom Space; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a resilient, high-energy LSS Mechanical Engineer to aid the AxPLSS team in developing, maturing, and operating spaceflight hardware for EVA spacesuits. You will own timelines from concept through on-orbit services, supporting various mission environments including microgravity and partial gravity.

Responsibilities include defining suit standards, creating CAD/models and analyses, leading reviews with suppliers, and ensuring smooth integration across the lifecycle while

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required.
• 3+ years of life support engineering or similar experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of space environments and design implications.
• Experience defining and implementing engineering standards, processes, and practices.
• Hands-on experience building, testing, and/or assembling hardware.

Responsibilities

• Define and create modern space suit standards and practices.
• Generate/read CAD models, schematics, drawings, and analyses.
• Proficiency with NX, Creo, or SolidWorks and Python for analyses.
• Establish a lifecycle from supply chain to final integration.
• Validate designs by analysis or tests and develop articles as needed.
• Lead design and production reviews with internal teams and suppliers.
• Support manufacturing and on-orbit operations.
• Communicate progress and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Implement agile project management throughout the lifecycle.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

NX/Creo/SolidWorks

Python

Mechanical design

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

Creo

SolidWorks

Python

Job description

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com.

Axiom Space fosters aworkenvironment inclusive of all perspectives. We are thepioneers ofcommercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Ourmission-driven team isseekinga bold and dynamic who is fueled byhighaccountability, execution horsepower,and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for thebenefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced LSS Mechanical Engineer , who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom's Portable Life Support System (or AxPLSS) team with the development, maturation, and operation of spaceflight hardware to support the Axiom Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Spacesuit. This role will develop, iterate, and mature single-suit architecture designs for multiple mission environments (microgravity, partial gravity) by owning product delivery timelines through concept, design, fabrication, assembly, delivery, on-orbit demonstration, and on-orbit services.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and create modern space suit standards and practices, driving Axiom to the forefront of space suit production and operation

• Generate and/or review CAD models engineering schematics, drawings, analysis, assessments, and procedures for components, assemblies, and suit assembly

• Proficiency with mechanical design tools (NX, Creo, or Solidworks) and analysis tools (Python, or equivalent)

• Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain all the way through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality

• Validate designs by analysis or test, building development articles as needed

• Lead design and production reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers

• Support the manufacturing and assembly of hardware in the facility and through on-orbit operation

• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership

• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle

• Perform additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field required

• 3+ years' experience in life support engineering, or similar role preferred

• Strong understanding of space environments (grounding/bonding, thermal, vacuum, regolith) and how they affect design decisions

• Experience in defining and implementing engineering standards, processes, and practices

• Hands on experience building, testing, and/or assembling hardware

• Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments

• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges

• Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines

• Familiarity with flight hardware development and certification is preferred

• Knowledge of NASA or commercial space program standards is preferred

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission

• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset

• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally

• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Skills

• Executes priorities with precision and pace

• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally

• Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability

• Technical Rigor

• Execution Discipline

• Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

• This position may require access toexport controlledtechnical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR).In accordance withU.S.exportcontrollaws, final candidates maybe requiredto undergoadditionalexportcontrolscreening todetermineeligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.

• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.